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The ND DMV manual is a resource for vehicle operators in the state. This page will help you find all the links you need to access the online DMV handbooks and driving manuals available in North Dakota.

Non-Commercial Driver's Manual

One of the first steps of the driver's license process is studying for the written knowledge exam by reading the
ND Non-Commercial Driver's License Manual (DL0715). In the DMV handbook, you'll learn about all the following topics and more:

Rules of the road.

ND driver's license process and testing locations.

Signs, signals, and road markings.

Sharing the road with other vehicles and pedestrians.

Filling out your supervised driving log.

Registering your vehicle.

Changing your address or name.

Don't Forget an Online Practice Test!

A perfect complement to studying the ND driver's manual is preparing for the written exam with the help of an
online practice test. These industry-leading study guides have been created to help you pass the test on your first attempt.

Studying the motorcycle driver's manual is important, but before taking the North Dakota DOT written test, you may also benefit from taking an online motorcycle practice test.

ND Commercial Driver's License Guide

If you're applying for your commercial driver's license (CDL) in North Dakota, you'll need to get ready for the ND CDL written exam by studying the
ND Commercial Driver's License Guide (DL0715). The North Dakota DOT offers also offers the driving manual in audio format.

What's in the ND Commercial Driver's License Guide?

Reading the CDL drivers handbook will help you learn more about:

How to apply for your ND CDL.

Additional requirements for class A, B, or C licenses.

Transporting hazardous materials safely.

Transporting cargo and passengers safely.

Pre-trip vehicle inspections.

The use of air brakes.

Also included in the CDL DMV handbook are
study questions that you can use to test your knowledge. For more study questions, take an online CDL practice test.

North Dakota Vehicle Code

In addition to the various DMV handbooks and driver's manual, there are other key resources for North Dakota drivers.

Browse through the ND Vehicle Code (part of the state's Century Code) to learn more about laws concerning traffic, driver's licensing, vehicle registration/titling, and more.

The code may come in useful if you need to fight a traffic ticket or simply want to know more about traffic violations in North Dakota.